Diagoras Airport in Rhodes serves the principal island of the Dodecanese, approximately 14 km from Rhodes city, a UNESCO World Heritage site for its medieval Old Town.
Rhodes is known for the fortified Old City built by the Knights of St. John and for its beaches, among the most visited in Greece.
How to get to Diagoras Airport
By Car
By Train
By Bus
Average travel time to RHO
Parking near Diagoras Airport
The airport's official parking area is located in front of the terminal.
Video surveillance is active, and rates are approximately 2–4 euros/hour, with a discount for daily parking.
How to get to Rhodes from RHO
By Train
By Bus
By Taxi
Airport transfers you can book in advance
Shuttles and private transfers you can book online, picked from the best rated by travelers.
Rhodes Arrival or Departure Transfers to all Areas
Rhodes Airport: Private Transfer From/to Your Hotel
RHO: Private Transfer from Diagoras Airport to Rhodes Island
Rhodes Airport: One-way Private Transfer to/from Airport
Car rental at Diagoras Airport
The better-known car rental companies have their own desk in the terminal's arrivals area.
Driver's license, passport, and a credit card in the driver's name are the required documents for the security deposit.
Hotels near Diagoras Airport
Rhodes Town
KTEL bus every 20 minutes, 30-40 minutes for 2.50-3 euros, arriving behind the New Town a step from the walls; taxi 20-25 minutes for 27-29 euros during the day (higher night fare).
Best for: Travellers who want the medieval Old Town and Elli beach within walking distance, with direct buses and taxis from the airport.
- Direct bus and taxi from the airport, with no need for a rental car
- The Old Town walls, the harbour and Elli beach within walking distance of the New Town's hotels
- The Old Town's lanes crowded with tourists during the day
- An area without wide beaches: for open sea it's worth moving towards Ixia
Recommended hotels
- 10GR Boutique Hotel & Wine Bar In the heart of the Old Town, a 2-minute walk from the Castle and 3 from the harbour; converted from former stables, with an in-house wine bar among the most awarded in Rhodes. View availability
- Mercure Rhodes Alexia Hotel & Spa On Orfanidou street, about 500 metres from the Old Town walls and 30 metres from the beach; 136 rooms, most with a sea view. The first Mercure to open in Greece, in 2021. View availability
Ixia
About 10 km from the airport, 13 minutes by car or taxi; no direct bus, but the main road to Rhodes Town is just minutes away.
Best for: Dawn departures and short layovers, for those who want to stay close to the runway without giving up a beach and a high-level resort.
- Ixia beach and the resort's pools just steps away, useful for one last swim before an afternoon flight
- Rhodes Town 5 minutes by taxi, also convenient for an evening in the Old Town
- A coastal strip geared to beach tourism: few independent restaurants outside the resorts
- No direct bus from the airport, a taxi or car is needed
Lindos and the south-eastern coast
51 km and 50-55 minutes by car or taxi (80-85 euros) to Lindos; Kiotari, further south on the E95, is 62 km away and about an hour. The KTEL bus requires a change in Rhodes Town and takes over 2 hours of travel.
Best for: Travellers who want the Acropolis of Lindos and nearby villages such as Kiotari and accept a transfer of about an hour from the airport.
- The Acropolis of Lindos and beaches such as Agios Pavlos and Kalathos reachable without returning to Rhodes Town
- The E95 coastal road running directly along the whole south-eastern coast
- A long transfer from the airport, not very practical for short layovers or day flights
- Scarce public transport: the bus requires a change in Rhodes Town and over 2 hours of travel
Airport services
Shopping & Duty Free
Lounges & relaxation
Connectivity & Wi-Fi
Families & Children
Terminal guide
The terminal's dimensions are adequate for the strong seasonal tourist traffic.
An advance of 2–3 hours (more in high season) is recommended for international flights.
Map of Diagoras Airport
Frequently asked questions
Q. Is the Old Town of Rhodes a UNESCO World Heritage Site?
Yes, the medieval historic center fortified by the Knights of St. John is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Q. What to see in Lindos?
An ancient acropolis overlooking the sea, one of the island's most striking archaeological sites, alongside a charming white village below.
Q. Do the wildfires that hit Rhodes in recent years pose a risk to visitors today?
In the summer of 2023, the island was hit by large-scale wildfires in the southeastern area, leading to tourist evacuations. The affected areas have largely recovered, but as throughout Greece in summer, it remains good practice to follow local authorities' guidance in case of heat or high-wind warnings.
Q. Is it worth renting a car in Rhodes?
Yes, it's recommended for exploring the island beyond the main town, including Lindos and the beaches of the southern coast.
Flight board
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